Josh Kelly’s pick for Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson

On January 31, at Madison Square Garden, New York City, Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson headlines the “Ring 6”fight card live on DAZN Pay-Per-View. They will battle for Lopez’s lineal and WBO super lightweight titles.

Stevenson is stepping up in weight as the WBC lightweight champion, aiming to become a four-division world champion. Lopez has often excelled when faced with his biggest challenges. 

Both come into the fight having won their previous bouts comprehensively, with Stevenson (24-0, 11 KOs) beating William Zepeda, and Lopez (22-1, 13 KOs) defeating Arnold Barboza Jr.

Ahead of Lopez-Stevenson, Josh Kelly, who will face Bakhram Murtazaliev for the IBF super welterweight title on January 31, has made his prediction for the main event at MSG.

Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson – Josh Kelly makes his pick

In an exclusive interview with DAZN News, Josh Kelly discussed Teofimo Lopez vs Shakur Stevenson:

“I’ve been bouncing back and forth for a couple of weeks now,” said Kelly.

“I think Shakur might be really patient, but the other day I was looking at them, and Teofimo is naturally big. Teofimo’s boxing IQ is right up there, and people could be underestimating that.  

“I’m leaning more towards Teofimo after watching interviews and stuff, and how relaxed he looks. Teofimo is playing mind games, and Shakur is biting a little bit,” added Kelly.

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